In this bonus episode, I delve deeper into transformative approaches to feedback and assessment in education. Building on my conversation with Tyler Rablin (S4E13), I share crucial insights from my recent experiences coaching middle school teachers and explore why less is often more when it comes to student feedback. I challenge traditional notions of mastery-based assessment, advocating instead for a growth-focused approach that recognizes each student's unique learning journey.

Drawing from respected educational research and my hands-on coaching experience, l discuss why formative assessment should be viewed as an ongoing action rather than a mere task. I explore practical strategies for making feedback more meaningful and share a powerful story about co-teaching and student self-assessment.

Whether you're an educator, administrator, or caregiver, this episode offers valuable perspectives on creating more effective and student-centered assessment practices.

Key topics:

👉The optimal amount of feedback students can effectively use

👉Rethinking formative assessment as a verb rather than a noun

👉The importance of prioritizing growth over mastery

👉Practical strategies for implementing student-driven assessment

👉Real-world examples of effective co-teaching and feedback models

Episode Mentions:

➡️Angela Stockman’s blog post: 10 things you don’t know about formative assessment

➡️S2 E6: No More "Point-Less" Grading Systems with Dr. Sarah M. Zerwin

➡️Sarah Zerwin’s book: Point-Less: An English Teacher’s Guide to More Meaningful Grading

➡️Eva Keiffenheim’s The Feynman Technique Can Help You Remember Everything You Read

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When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.